Type https:// (e.g., https://192.168.1.99 ).

Low-encryption (no strong crypto/HTTPS algorithms for certain features unless registered), no FortiGuard updates, and a maximum of 3 VDOMs.

Before downloading, ensure your host machine can handle the load.

From your host machine (Windows/Linux/macOS), open a browser and go to:

Before accessing the graphical user interface (GUI), you must assign an IP address to Port 1 if your bridged network did not automatically assign one via DHCP.